Overall “margins are getting squeezed because it is a tough time for pubs right now,” one pub owner told NBC News.

Up to 26 million fans are expected to tune in to watch England's semi-final battle with Argentina - with the 8pm kick-off forecast to deliver a bonanza for pubs

Pub pint sales are expected to jump 75% for England’s semi-final clash against Argentina.

Millions are expected to go out to pubs to watch the crunch World Cup game

Overall “margins are getting squeezed because it is a tough time for pubs right now,” one pub owner told NBC News.